NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 Via Rueda Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Hope Ranch Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,724,000 - $2,532,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,401 Sq Ft
$1,458/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 12, 2016

Last sale price $933,350 $666 Per Sq Ft

Est. 119% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,531/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Mountain View
  • Ranch Style House
  • Vieja Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of February 2016

Location, location. Across from a park and on a quiet lane sits this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with golden oak hardwood floors under carpeting, fireplace, newer roof and a huge yard.(37 acres, 16,177 sq. ft.) . Very peaceful and private, yet close to the ocean, bike path, schools and shopping. Close distance to Vieja Valley School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Butera

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01229404 Listed on: 01/12/2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Kyle Richardson

Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc. License #01902531

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,089

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 131 x 125
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry in Garage

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near an ocean
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Vieja Valley Elementary School
  • Lacolina Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • 30 More Mesa Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 061-362-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,089

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Hollister to Puente, Left on More Mesa at stop. Right on Via Rueda
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Garage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Near Public Transit
  • Subdivision Name: 30 - More Mesa
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Tract
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Single Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Good
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1962
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 0.37
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: LaColina
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: San Marcos
  • View Mountain(s)2: Yes
  • LocationTopo Level: Yes
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Construction Single Story2: Yes
  • Roof:Composition: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • ParkingGarage Gar #22: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Patio Open2: Yes
  • View Setting2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Ocean2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Park(s)2: Yes
  • Proximity Near School(s)2: Yes
  • Dining Dining Area2: Yes
  • Fireplace(s) LR: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Hardwood2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Shopping2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot SqFt: 16117.0
  • Condition Good2: Yes
  • Proximity Near Bus: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings Carpet: Yes
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced BCK: Yes
  • Laundry In Garage2: Yes
  • Property Information Apx Lot Size FxD: 131 X 125
  • Pets Yes: Yes
  • Foundation Raised: Yes
  • FlrWdw Coverings VinylLinoleum2: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: LR
  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Setting
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Acres: 0.37
  • Topography: Level
  • Exterior Features: Patio Open, Fenced: BCK
  • Foundation Details: Raised

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gar #2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Goleta Wtr
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Vieja Valley
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaColina

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 061-362-020
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16117.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Apx Lot Size FxD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2021
Sold by
Richardson Mikel P and Lee Tracy
Bought by
Richardson 2016 Trust
Current Estimated Value
$2,042,398

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2020
Sold by
Richardson Tracy Lee and The Richardson 2016 Trust
Bought by
Richardson Mikel P and Richardson Tracy Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$908,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2019
Sold by
Meson Nicholas A and Mason Nicole Lee
Bought by
Mason Nicholas A and Mason Nicole Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$910,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2018
Sold by
Richardson Mikel P and Richardson Tracy Lee
Bought by
Richardson Mikel P and Richardson Tracy Lee

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2016
Closed on
Jan 26, 2016
Sold by
Hartman Lynn Natal
Bought by
Mason Nicholas A and Mason Nicole Lee
Seller's Agent
Joel Butera
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Richardson
Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$933,350
Premium/Discount to List
-$31,650
-3.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.55%
Original Mortgage
$121,180
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2004
Sold by
Natal Tony J
Bought by
The Tony J Natal Sr Living Trust and Natal Tony J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Richardson 2016 Trust -- First American Title
Richardson Mikel P -- First American Title Company
Mason Nicholas A -- First American Title Company
Richardson Mikel P -- First American Title Company
Richardson Mikel P -- First American Title Company
Richardson Mikel P -- First American Title Co
Mason Nicholas A $933,500 First American Title Company
The Tony J Natal Sr Living Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Richardson Mikel P $908,000
Previous Owner Mason Nicholas A $910,000
Previous Owner Mason Nicholas A $746,800
Previous Owner Mason Nicholas A $121,180
Previous Owner Mason Nicholas A $625,500
Previous Owner Natal Tony J $938,250
Previous Owner Natal Tony J $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/12/2016 02/12/16 Sold $933,350 -3.3% $666 / Sq Ft
01/14/2016 01/14/16 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2016 01/12/16 For Sale $965,000 -- $689 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $17,089 $1,529,374 $736,805 $792,569
2023 $17,089 $1,469,989 $708,195 $761,794
2022 $14,675 $1,269,166 $669,309 $599,857
2021 $11,823 $1,020,752 $656,186 $364,566
2020 $11,278 $1,010,286 $649,458 $360,828
2019 $10,960 $990,477 $636,724 $353,753
2018 $10,736 $971,057 $624,240 $346,817
2017 $10,472 $952,017 $612,000 $340,017
2016 $1,478 $88,631 $28,211 $60,420
2015 $1,395 $87,301 $27,788 $59,513
2014 $1,405 $85,592 $27,244 $58,348
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Joel Butera

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (805) 563-4005

    73 Total Sales

    Joel Butera
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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Kyle Richardson

    Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.

    (805) 680-3131

    Kyle Richardson
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  • Mike Richardson

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Mike Richardson

    Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc.

    (805) 451-0599

    Mike Richardson
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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 16-94

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 061-362-020

California Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara 93110 Hope Ranch

540 Via Rueda, Santa Barbara, CA

This home is located at 540 Via Rueda, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 since 12 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $2,042,398, approximately $1,457 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 540 Via Rueda is a home located in Santa Barbara County with nearby schools including Vieja Valley Elementary School, La Colina Junior High School, and San Marcos Senior High School.

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